Thick, creamy and deeply savoury, this Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus blends nutty chickpeas with tangy tomatoes for a smooth dip perfect with warm pita or crisp vegetables.

Authentic Italian Home Cooking & More

By Manu
Thick, creamy and deeply savoury, this Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus blends nutty chickpeas with tangy tomatoes for a smooth dip perfect with warm pita or crisp vegetables.

By Manu
Today, Manu’s Menu turns 10! Happy 10 Year Blogiversary! I absolutely cannot believe it’s been that long! And what an incredible journey it has been! I have learnt so much along the way (have a look at one of my first posts and peek at the pictures!) and I have met, although mainly virtually, many…

Today, Manu’s Menu turns 10! Happy 10 Year Blogiversary! I absolutely cannot believe it’s been that long! And what an incredible journey it has been! I have learnt so much along the way (have a look at one of my first posts and peek at the pictures!) and I have met, although mainly virtually, many…

I can’t believe it is almost Christmas already! It feels like yesterday that I put away last year’s Christmas decorations! However, I can’t wait for 2020 to finish… Let’s hope that the new year will be better for everyone! Anyhow, I won’t complain. At the end of the day, it is still my favourite time…

Matcha lovers, this silky Matcha Panna Cotta is your new cold dessert favourite. Smooth cream, gentle sweetness, and that soft green finish make it so calming to serve.

And it’s already December! Where is the time going?? I am only happy that this crazy 2020 will be over soon! Today I will share with you my December Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

During our trip to Italy last year, we also visited the city of Ferrara. After our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we went on a short 5-night road trip in central Italy before finishing our holiday in Milan.

As Thanksgiving 2020 is coming up, I thought it would be nice to put together a little Round-Up specifically for this occasion in honour of all my American readers.

Who doesn’t love Chocolate Chip Cookies? And these Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies are so good, you will get addicted to them in no time!

I love Sweet and Sour anything, so it was one of the first things I adapted for the Low Fodmap diet! Today, after perfecting my recipe, I am very happy to share with you these Low Fodmap Sweet and Sour Pork Meatballs!

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. The nearby Friulian Alps are particularly beautiful and we visited a few Alpine attractions.

Toasted nuts and spices are always a good idea. This Macadamia Dukkah is made for dipping, sprinkling, and passing around the table.

Today I am back with yet another recipe that uses your sourdough starter: Sourdough Cinnamon Muffins.

And it’s already November! Where is the time going?? Today I will share with you my November Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

Light, airy, and irresistibly soft, Pan di Spagna is the secret to elegant desserts, ideal for layering with cream, fruit, or custard for an authentic homemade patisserie feel.

Oh, my… can you believe that Halloween is already around the corner? I know, amazing, right? And what a year it has been!

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. The nearby mountains are particularly beautiful and we visited a few villages in the Alps. So today I will share with you my guide on Sauris, Illegio, Malga Paramosio!

Transform your cookies into eye-catching treats with this easy Royal Icing recipe. With three simple ingredients and a splash of colour, it’s ideal for outlining and flooding cookies for any occasion.

Start your day with a spoonful of Homemade Blueberry Jam. It’s sweet, fruity, and perfect on toast, crumpets, or a warm croissant straight from the oven.

I am so excited about sharing with you today’s recipe, as it is one of my latest creations: Macadella.

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. A great outing is to go visit the Friuli Eastern Hills around the town that are dotted with beautiful vineyards.

Give your festive spread a bright lift with this silky Yuzu Panna Cotta! Serve it as a refreshing finish after a rich holiday meal.

After showing you how to make your own Low Fodmap Japanese Curry Roux, today I will show you how to use it in this super delicious Low Fodmap Japanese Beef Curry.

I love Japanese Curry!! And with this Low Fodmap Japanese Curry Roux I too can enjoy it without having to worry about my tummy!

And it’s already October! It’s finally getting warmer in Australia! Today I will share with you my October Menu Plan, a month worth of mouth-watering recipes.

During our 3 week stay in Cividale del Friuli, we were lucky enough to be able to visit the surrounding areas with our rental car. Two little towns worth a visit are Venzone and San Daniele.